2016 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0L Diesel · T16 GDW
2016 Volkswagen Touareg (3.0L, diesel). First registered 22 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 50,566 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,566 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T16 GDW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 50,566 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T16 GDW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Touareg (T16 GDW) between February 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
T16 GDW Mileage History
- 13/02/202340,724 mi
- 14/02/202444,649 mi+3,925 mi
- 21/02/202444,649 mi
- 28/01/202547,342 mi+2,693 mi
- 21/01/202650,566 mi+3,224 mi
Average of roughly 3,350 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Touareg Mk2 (7P)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Air Suspension Compressor FailureSerious
The air suspension compressor can burn out if there is a leak in the system (often from the air struts or valve block). Running the compressor continuously to compensate for leaks leads to overheating.
- EGR Valve Failure (V6 TDI)Moderate
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation valve on the 3.0 V6 TDI is prone to sticking or carbon buildup, causing loss of power, rough running and engine management warnings. Coolant loss through the EGR into the exhaust is also reported.
- DPF Clogging (Urban Use)Moderate
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